Washington, USA.

Fast forward to Friday, April 26th.

In the briefing room of the White House, Bill Clinton has reduced the number of personal press conferences he has personally hosted since he was caught in the vortex of the Paula Jones case, and today is the first time in the past two months.

Because the timing is good.

Today, I will certainly not be questioned by reporters about what mess Kenneth Starr has picked up, or whether the single veto power he just obtained some time ago is unconstitutional.

The number of times the President personally hosts a personal press conference is determined by the individual according to the schedule and is not mandatory.

However, Clinton was a man who was very good at marketing his personal public image and knew that there were many benefits to maintaining proper direct contact with the media. In the first two years of taking office, Clinton basically maintained a very stable frequency of hosting a personal press conference once a month, but in the last year or so, he has had to reduce it to about once every two months.

With the click of the shutter, the first Washington Post reporter to be called asked an expected question, just as Clinton had envisioned: "Mr. President, what do you think of Simon Westeros' visit to China this week?"

Clinton smiled with a friendly smile that he had cultivated for a long time, affirming: "This is a very great business visit, and Simon's exchange with Chinese officials will bring economic cooperation between China and the United States to a new stage, and it will also be a win-win situation, as evidenced by the recent growth of the federal stock market." ”

Very routine answer.

The reporters in the audience thought so, and the second reporter got up, and the question was no longer so friendly: "Mr. President, do you think it is reasonable for China to entertain Simon Westeros with the courtesy of a head of state?"

As the reporter spoke, many people paid close attention to the possible micro-expressions on Clinton's face without blinking.

Unfortunately, everyone was doomed to disappointment, but Mr. President's expression was still impeccable: "China has indeed received Simon with a very high standard, and I think Simon has achieved something that should be done." Moreover, it is clear to everyone that the difference is still very obvious compared to a formal state visit, and I hope that you will stop deliberately misleading the public. ”

"Mr. President, do you have plans to visit China, and if so, will your delegation be larger than Simon Westeros?"

"No, my first term has been focused on reviving the federal domestic economy. If possible, I would like to visit China during my second term," Clinton said, smiling and saying, "As for the size of the visiting team, I will try to save money in consideration of the interests of taxpayers." ”

"Mr. President, it is rumored that Simon Westeros' visit to China cost $12 million, do you think this is a reprehensible extravagance?"

"I don't think there are so many, and, I don't understand where you got the data from, it's inconvenient to comment. ”

In fact, everyone knows that this is a small provocation.

Simon's trip is so big that it will certainly cost a lot of money. It's just that because it was the initiative of the Chinese government, it is very clear who will pay for these expenses. Although someone has a lot of money, he is not a big man. And if a single trip to invite Simon Westeros can give such a boost to the country's economy, it will be worth ten times, let alone $12 million.

Another reporter stood up, still unpolite: "Mr. President, will this visit to Westeros prompt Washington to speed up negotiations on China's accession to the WTO?"

"No," Clinton shook his head decisively and said, "At present, our negotiations with China on joining the World Trade Organization are still in the initial stage, and the Federation will be very cautious about this negotiation in order to absolutely ensure the interests of the American people." ”

"So, Mr. President, China's accession to the WTO is a foregone conclusion, and the question is only the specific terms of the contract?"

"China, a country with a population of 1.2 billion and a huge market, joining the WTO is beneficial to the whole world. I am looking forward to bringing in China to join the WTO on the premise of safeguarding the interests of WTO members, but I have to say that this is not a foregone conclusion, and everything depends on whether the Chinese side shows sufficient sincerity. ”

"Mr. President, how do you see the impact of the 'Westeros effect' on the stock markets of Asian countries?"

Clinton's face changed to a well-timed teasing smile, but his words did not deviate: "I noticed this a few years ago, and it was very interesting." But, frankly, I think it's an overreaction from the market. The countries of East and South Asia have always been long-term partners of the Federation, and their economic development has been very good. ”

The topic of Simon's trip to China lasted for more than half an hour, and the questions that reporters should ask were answered. Sensing that someone was starting to lead in a less pleasing direction, Clinton decisively announced the end of the press conference.

Leaving the White House briefing room, a female White House intern with black hair and a little plump body walked over, handed a document to Clinton, and said, "Mr. President, Mr. Vice President is already waiting for you in the Oval Office." ”

Clinton nodded, took advantage of the girl's approach to him, grabbed a handful behind the other party, and said in a low voice: "Find me after dinner." ”

The intern subconsciously glanced behind him, and the other two White House staff members followed out of the briefing room together, but they didn't see Mr. President's expression just now, so they relaxed and whispered, and followed Clinton all the way to the Oval Office.

An intern named Monica Lewinsky handed over Clinton's latest approval rating survey.

Clinton was multitasking as he walked and looked down through the pages, and quickly sorted out in his mind whether there were any flaws in the answers he had just given at the press conference.

The results are all satisfying.

In particular, the support figures on the report.

Kenneth Starr's investigation into the Paula Jones case not only did not hit his approval rating, but even had the opposite effect, and has now reached a high of 61.5%, which is almost certain for re-election as long as there are no big surprises.

Re-election is also the top issue that Bill Clinton has considered since the beginning of this year.

Everything else has to stand aside.

On the other hand, the report in hand is actually an online survey from Igret.

Unlike the error of restrictive sampling by entity survey firms, the accuracy of the report is very high. Clinton also knows that the Westeros system's regular provision of these inhumane documents to itself is actually a reminder.

At the personal press conference just now, Clinton always behaved very decently.

However, if there is no envy or even jealousy in the heart of that young man's visit to China with great fanfare, it is impossible. It's just that Clinton's strong psychological quality can dissolve all these negative emotions.

Because it doesn't make sense to understand.

If it can't be resolved, or even evolve into actual actions, it will only bring him trouble.

From a low-level white garbage widow in this country to the president of the Federation, one of the most powerful people in the world, Clinton's journey has been far from as easy as the outside world thinks, and his distinct goal-oriented personality has also made him understand what he needs and does not need, so he will not accumulate these unnecessary emotions.

Clinton knew that the only thing he had to do was to extend his power to the greatest extent possible.

The first is the second term.

Then, like the Bush family, the Clinton family was built into an enduring political tycoon.

To do this, he must unite all the resources at his disposal.

As long as Simon Westeros can support him for re-election, and for the rest of the day, everything else is fine.

As for the wealth and power that the young man possessed at this time that might be beyond the reach of everyone else, envy is useless, thinking too much, and even making people feel powerless.

Coming to the Oval Office, Vice President Al Gore got up, greeted Clinton, saw the black-haired female intern who came in with him, frowned slightly without a trace, and waited for the other party to bring coffee to the two and left, only two people remained, Gore said very bluntly: "Bill, I asked people to recommend that girl just now to the Department of Defense, what do you think?"

Clinton just took a sip of coffee, and when he heard it, he just took a short pause, and quickly nodded: "No problem." ”

Even Al Gore paid attention to the matter, and Clinton realized that it was time for him to let go, otherwise it would likely lead to unpredictable consequences. So although I was a little uncomfortable with Gore's straightforwardness, I still agreed.

Seeing that Clinton agreed, Al Gore also nodded, and without saying anything more, he turned to the topic and talked to Clinton about today's topic.

Indirectly still related to Simon.

As of yesterday's close, the Nasdaq index has rushed to 3697 points.

Last time, all parties jointly dismissed Simon Westeros' plan to suppress the Nasdaq index, but now, the Nasdaq's rally is really out of control, and it has risen by more than 10% in two months, and if it continues like this, it may be a big problem if the Nasdaq does not survive the year-end election.

However, the two discussed for more than ten minutes, and they didn't have any clue.

I can't help but think of Simon Westeros' slow reduction strategy more than two months ago, which is actually correct. It's just that there are some things that everyone knows are correct, but it is difficult to implement them, because the general trend is like this.

Now that the whole of Wall Street has fallen into madness, to be honest, they can use no more means than Simon Westeros, nor will they be more sophisticated.

The most direct way is to push the Fed to raise interest rates, as Westeros suggested at the beginning of the year.

And then what?

Raising interest rates is a double-edged sword to chase instability.

If you don't pay attention to it, you will completely burst the bubble of new technology. In this case, it is better to gamble that the Nasdaq will survive November.

After being at a loss for a moment, Gore looked at Clinton: "Where is Simon now?"

Clinton also shook his head: "I don't know, but it must be some scenic place in China." ”

"Maybe you should give him a call at the time. ”

Clinton hesitated slightly, but still nodded: "I will contact him as soon as possible." ”

In fact, I also understand that this call is not to ask someone for advice, because the other party has already made a suggestion to them, but not only has it not been adopted, but it has disrupted someone's own plan. So, the call, to be precise, was just a reassurance, hoping that someone would tell them that the Nasdaq would last until the election.

Yangshuo, China.

On the other side of the county, in the courtyard on the top of Dongling Mountain.

It's still morning on the east coast of the United States, and it's late at night on the Chinese side.

In the past few days, Simon and Janet have left the brigade and quietly climbed the Great Wall on Wednesday, and then turned to see the Terracotta Warriors on Thursday, after all, these iconic sights are a must-see in China, and on Friday, today, they arrived in the small town of Yangshuo on the banks of the Li River in the south of Guilin.

In the evening, standing on the terrace of the courtyard at the top of the mountain in amazement and watching the strange peaks rise all around, even though she was born rich and traveled everywhere since she was a child, Janet was still shocked by the creation of heaven and earth in front of her.

Guilin's landscapes are the best in the world, and its name is well deserved.

I was very excited to enjoy the scenery until the sun set, and tasted the carefully prepared food here, and chatted with Simon about the weekend plans, pestering Simon to tell him about the "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" he was reading recently, after all, he couldn't bear to stay up late, and he just fell asleep at this time.

The trip was in a comfortable private jet, and Simon's physical fitness was much stronger than Janet's, but he didn't feel sleepy at this time.

Janet, who was huddled in her arms like a cat, didn't stop muttering until the woman stopped muttering, and then she flipped through the last pages of "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" under the bedside lamp, combing through recent events.

At the end of the two-day trip, Simon has actually been paying attention to the follow-up feedback on this matter.

Except for Japan, South Korea and other Asian countries, there are no other unexpected situations, so it is best.

As soon as this week passes, the dust will settle.

After all, Simon has never forgotten some of the potential risks that this visit may bring, both political and economic, so not only is the visit very large on the surface, but also in private, the Westeros family has invested heavily in the operation of public opinion.

Simon's goal is also that the visit can ultimately be a 'win-win' outcome.

I don't know how long it took, but the woman in her arms arched again, and snorted a few times, as if she was dissatisfied. Simon smiled, put down the book, and reached out to turn off the light.

Apricot blossoms spring rain in the south of the Yangtze River.

When I woke up the next day, there were no apricot blossoms or spring rains, but there was a beautiful mountain scenery filled with mist in the spring of Yangshuo.

This is also Gangnam.

On the terrace on the side of the courtyard near the Li River, overlooking the small town on the opposite bank and the surrounding peaks, Janet wore the Hanfu that had just been delivered in the morning, which had a special charm, and forced Simon to change the set, all of which were a very light blue, with just the right amount of hand-embroidery on the cufflinks and placket, and a cotton style that could resist the cold in the morning fog in the mountains.

Breakfast together on the terrace.

Chen Qing, who also changed into a set of aqua green Hanfu, knelt and stood next to the low table, talking and laughing, the girl has been very pleasing to Janet recently, and even Simon has to admire this eight-sided exquisiteness.